The Ukraine crisis: Poland as a strategic crossroad in Eastern Europe

Simant Shankar Bharti (), Saroj Kumar Aryal () and Andrii Kutsyk ()
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Simant Shankar Bharti: University of Economics and Human Sciences in Warsaw, Poland
Saroj Kumar Aryal: University of Warsaw, Poland
Andrii Kutsyk: University of Warsaw, Poland

Eastern Journal of European Studies, 2024, vol. 15(1), 324-344

Abstract: The Russian invasion of Ukraine in 2022 has highlighted Poland's significant geopolitical role in Eastern Europe. Despite ongoing conflicts since 2014, the recent escalation has increased regional security volatility, particularly for countries like Poland. This study examines Poland's strategic position and role in the Ukraine conflict by analysing its geopolitical and geostrategic implications within the broader Eastern European framework. The research, employing qualitative content analysis and a phenomenological approach, investigates how Poland's geopolitical stance both influences and is influenced by the evolving dynamics of the Ukraine war and Eastern European geopolitics. Our findings indicate that Poland has not only reinforced its strategic importance in the area, but also shaped its role as a key player in the ongoing conflict. This engagement reflects a broader strategy to counter Russian aggression while strengthening ties with NATO and the EU, thereby enhancing its sway in the region.

Keywords: Ukraine conflict; Poland; Eastern Europe; geopolitics; regional security (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
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DOI: 10.47743/ejes-2024-0114

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